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Swan leading strong British Surbiton semi-final charge

Katie Swan eliminated top seed Tatjana Maria to ensure three British women will play in the semi-finals of the LTA's Lexus Surbiton Trophy for the first time ever. The British No.5 became the third home-grown woman in the tournament's history to upset the top seed as she battled back to beat 2022 Wimbledon semi-finalist Tatjana Maria. Ad In a week that saw four British women reach the quarter-finals for the first time since 2017, Swan showed incredible spirit to come from a set down and win 3-6 6-3 6-4.

Putin confirms Ukrainian counteroffensive has begun, while drones strike within Russia

It was Putin's latest effort to shape the gut-wrenching narrative of the invasion he ordered more than 15 months ago, sparking widespread international condemnation and reviving Cold War-style tensions.

Egypt shark attack: How rare are fatal maulings at Red Sea resorts?

A Russian man died after being mauled by a shark on Thursday off one of Egypt's Red Sea resorts, Egyptian and Russian authorities said.

Ukraine war: Kyiv forces step up counteroffensive, as Russia claims they're fighting back

After weeks of preparation, the Ukrainian army may finally have launched the bulk of its offensive in an attempt to break through the Russian defences in the hope of a success that is vital for the continuation of the war.

Madrid’s EU presidency: Spain’s FM says Europe awaits Spanish leadership

Asked about Kiyv’s request for international aid following the destruction of the Kakhovka dam in southern Ukraine, Albares says that “The EU is always trying to respond as quickly as possible to all needs, whether humanitarian, to take care of the refugees, [or] militarily. ... And Spain, bilaterally, is preparing a very important package of humanitarian aid, and our voice will be raised in Brussels to make sure that the EU responds – and it will respond.”

Ireland drawn alongside Croatia and Thailand in World Cup of Darts

The Republic of Ireland team of Willie O'Connor and Keane Barry has been drawn alongside Croatia and Thailand in the World Cup of Darts.

"Experts Club" held a seminar to teach journalists basic first aid skills

The analytical center "Club of Experts" in Kiev within the framework of the initiative on training of journalists in basic skills of rendering the first pre-medical care has held the first seminar-workshop. The event was organized by the Club of Experts, the Adonis network of medical centers, and "Help For Ukraine" Charitable Foundation, "Hromada Priirpenia Foundation" Charity Foundation; the information partner - "Interfax-Ukraine" and Open4Business portal.

No drama this year as 116 Russians line up for 2023 Comrades Marathon

One of the stories of the 2022 Comrades Marathon - it was the first race since the Covid-19 pandemic - centred around Russian runner Alexandra Morozova, who filed an urgent application on the eve of the race overturning a decision from the Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) that had banned her from competing.

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Swan leading strong British Surbiton semi-final charge

Putin confirms Ukrainian counteroffensive has begun, while drones strike within Russia

Egypt shark attack: How rare are fatal maulings at Red Sea resorts?

Ukraine war: Kyiv forces step up counteroffensive, as Russia claims they're fighting back

Madrid’s EU presidency: Spain’s FM says Europe awaits Spanish leadership

Ireland drawn alongside Croatia and Thailand in World Cup of Darts

"Experts Club" held a seminar to teach journalists basic first aid skills

No drama this year as 116 Russians line up for 2023 Comrades Marathon